In this episode David dives into the lucrative world of football, focusing on the highest earners outside of playing roles. The episode explores the top 10 highest-paying non-playing jobs in football, from performance directors to club managers, highlighting the significant impact these positions have on the sport. The discussion also touches on the most searched roles in sports, revealing what aspiring professionals are interested in, and contrasts this with what people want to pursue in their careers. Additionally, David examines the most profitable business models in sports, emphasizing the importance of emotional investment from fans and the evolving landscape of football management and marketing.

KEY TAKEAWAYS

• The podcast highlights various high-paying non-playing roles in football, such as performance directors, head scouts, and club managers, emphasizing that there are lucrative career paths beyond being a player.

• The most searched roles in sports, including stadium managers and marketing directors, indicate a public interest in positions that may be more accessible compared to top-tier roles like league presidents or club CEOs.

• There is a growing emphasis on youth development within football clubs, with roles like head of youth development and academy directors becoming increasingly significant as clubs invest in nurturing young talent.

• The podcast discusses the various profitable business models in sports, with television rights being the most lucrative, followed by sponsorships and merchandise, highlighting the financial landscape of the football industry.

• The distinction between fans as consumers and supporters is explored, noting that while top clubs may prioritize revenue generation, lower-tier clubs often value their supporters more personally, reflecting different business approaches within the sport.

BEST MOMENTS

"As you know, football is a lucrative business. There's so many people watching."

"The highest paying role in football is to be a football player. But if you're not a player, what avenue could you go down?"

"Scouting is a difficult one because I don't really know too much about it. But from what I've heard, it's about being patient."

"Football clubs will never tell you that. They will always tell you, we care about our fans... The reality is you are consumers."

"Money in football is always going to be a lucrative business because it's emotional. People invest because they love their sports teams."

PODCAST DESCRIPTION

The Business of Football is your gateway to the dynamic world of football business. Hosted by David Chimbaza, Founder & CEO, this podcast provides in-depth insights into creating, monetizing, and scaling ventures within the football industry. Join David as he engages with top industry leaders, CEOs, and directors, sharing their experiences, strategies, and expert advice on navigating the unique challenges and opportunities in the football business. Whether you're an aspiring entrepreneur or a seasoned professional, this podcast offers valuable guidance on building success in the football industry.

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HOST BIO

Right out of the block, David Chimbaza took his International Football Business degree to do exactly what it says on the tin: Launch his own International Football Business, DTCMEDIAUK. His company works with professional leaders & business owners in the football industry to create, monetize & scale their brands for their business & professional gains. Having created and managed multiple of his own sports social media accounts from the age of 15, many of which have scaled thousands of pounds & millions of views across 3 different platforms, David has constantly found ways to bring new and engaging entertainment to his audience. Now documenting his story of managing his Global business, his experiences in Stewarding, digital management & many more, David will bring you a fresh insight into how anyone can conquer the industry.